Short, sweet, and totally “tea-riffic,” Earl the Tea Bag is a quick-to-stitch companion for your morning brew. This no-sew beginner(ish) pattern is a great way to add a bit of personality to your kitchen-themed projects. He’s the strong, silent type—just don’t leave him in the water too long!

MATERIALS
This pattern uses the following medium weight beginner yarns:

Baiyou Yarn in:
Ivory White
Sage (or any color for the tag)

Easy Peasy Yarn in:
Brown
Black
White

2 × 10mm safety eyes
Stuffing
4mm hook
Scissors
Darning/tapestry needle

TERMS & TECHNIQUES
This pattern uses U.S. terms and is completed in the round, unless otherwise noted. For best results, complete with yarn over stitches.

Rounds (r)
Magic ring (mr)
Single crochet (sc)
Half double crochet (hdc)
Increase (inc)
Invisible decrease (dec)
Picot
Fasten off
Invisible fasten off
Embroidery